How many leaves of insulin plant should I take a day?
The diabetes patients have to chew down the insulin plants leaves for a month. That is the patient has to take two leaves per day in the morning and evening for one week. Care should be taken that the leaves must be chewed well before swallowing. Costus igeus, [figure 1] commonly known as insulin plant in india, belongs to family costaceae. It is believed that consumption of the leaves helps lower the blood glucose levels, and diabetics who consumed the leaves of this plant report a fall in their blood glucose levels.
Does the insulin plant work?
Research published in the International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research explains that insulin plant leaf extract contains antidiabetic compounds that can help reduce fasting blood sugar levels and blood sugar levels two hours after eating. Momordica charantia: (bitter gourd) Momordica charantia is commonly used as an antidiabetic and antihyperglycemic agent in India as well as other Asian countries. Extracts of fruit pulp, seed, leaves and whole plant was shown to have hypoglycemic effect in various animal models.
Is it safe to take insulin daily?
Studies have shown that three or four injections of insulin a day give the best blood glucose control and can prevent or delay the eye, kidney, and nerve damage caused by diabetes. We recommend that you adjust your insulin using the ‘3 day’ rule. The ‘3 day’ rule can help you to regulate your blood sugar levels. If your blood sugar levels are above or below target levels for three days in a row, then adjust your insulin using the charts on the pages overleaf.